Even More Summer Story Times
The library is adding more story times to our schedule, just in time for summer.
News & Updates
Summer Dare is Coming Soon - Here's Why We're Excited
We have big things planned for you at the library this summer.
Check These Out: Poetry for Children
In celebration of April as National Poetry Month, the library will host a Poetry Power Workshop for third through sixth graders at the Downtown Library on April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Adventures in Wonderland
The library celebrates all things Alice in Wonderland with a Mad Hatter tea party on March 15. In honor of this classic tale, here are a few books that take you down a reimagined rabbit hole - different twists on the traditional story of Alice.
Library Welcomes Iowa Poet Laureate for Free Public Event
CEDAR RAPIDS – The Cedar Rapids Public Library invites the public to a free morning of poetry, storytelling, and songs with Iowa Poet Laureate Debra Marquart.
Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation Mails 300,000th Free Book to Cedar Rapids Children, Celebrates with Dolly Parton Birthday Party
The Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation will celebrate five years of bringing Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to Cedar Rapids children and will mail the 300,000th free book to a Cedar Rapids child in early 2023.
Get Crafty at the Library
Unleash your crafty side at the library this winter. From Crafternoons to card making to a Tiny Art Show, we have plenty of opportunities for all ages to get creative.
Maker Space Craft Night for Teens and Adults
Holiday Music at the Library
The holiday season is here, and the library has a full schedule of music for patrons to enjoy, including the return of Merry TubaChristmas at the Downtown Library and a "Nutcracker" music class for kids.
Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library Annual Big Book Sale Returns with New Location
The Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library big annual book sale is returning with a new location, moving to the Downtown Library, 450 Fifth Ave. SE.
Library Unveils New Artist-in-Residence Pilot Program
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Harper Folsom believes art should be accessible for anyone – and since libraries are all about access, her upcoming partnership with the library as an artist-in-residence this fall is a perfect fit. |